Aerospace Crane Operator & Rigging Tech

Amentum; Center Hill (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Telework options

Kennedy Space Center amenities

Job summary

Amentum at Kennedy Space Center in Florida is seeking a crane and heavy equipment operator to support NASA programs. The role requires operating cranes, forklifts, and support vehicles, with safety checks, load handling, and maintenance tasks.

You may travel on-site, work flexible hours, and potentially obtain security clearances depending on project needs. Previous experience with NCCCO and CDL(HazMat) is preferred; high school diploma and 3 years' experience required.

Qualifications

• High School education plus 3 years of experience.
• Valid US driver's license required.
• NCCCO and Class A CDL with HazMat preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to hold the necessary security clearances.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications, licenses, and permits.
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers and management.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all types of light and heavy equipment, diesel and gasoline engines.
• Read load charts and understand crane structural stability, dynamic and shock loading.
• Select, secure and adjust chains, slings, hooks for loading/unloading with cranes.
• Perform safety checks on cranes, forklifts, aerial platforms before/after operations.
• Operate mobile hydraulic cranes.
• Operate motor vehicles for loading/unloading.
• Operate heavy trucks and truck-trailers to transport materials on-site.
• Operate ground support equipment as required.
• Fabricate wire rope and proof load equipment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Security clearance

Education

High School diploma

Tools

NCCCO

CDL with HazMat

Job description

Amentum at Kennedy Space Center in Florida is seeking a crane and heavy equipment operator to support NASA programs. The role requires operating cranes, forklifts, and support vehicles, with safety checks, load handling, and maintenance tasks.

You may travel on-site, work flexible hours, and potentially obtain security clearances depending on project needs. Previous experience with NCCCO and CDL(HazMat) is preferred; high school diploma and 3 years' experience required.